Things to do in Madeira Island

Activities, attractions and tours

A coastal town with buildings on a hillside, a beach, and rocky outcrops.
A coastal town with colorful buildings, a steep hillside, and calm sea.
A coastal town with red-roofed buildings, a rocky breakwater, and boats in the water.
A coastal scene with numerous small boats anchored near rocky cliffs and a pier.
A coastal landscape with a prominent cliff and a lighthouse on top.

Things to do

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

€26
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Picture 8 for Activity Madeira: Pico do Arieiro Sunset and Optional Dinner & Drinks

Madeira: Pico Arieiro Sunset with Stairway to Heaven Option

€45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madeira: Pico Arieiro Sunset with Stairway to Heaven Option
Madeira: West Tour With Guide Fanal Forest SykWalkExperience

Madeira: West Tour With Guide Fanal Forest SykWalkExperience

€36
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madeira: West Tour With Guide Fanal Forest SykWalkExperience
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

€35
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

€40
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching
Lighthouse View 2: Ponta de São Lourenço Boat Tour

Madeira: Ponta de São Lourenço Lighthouse Boat Tour

€18
per adult
Madeira: Ponta de São Lourenço Lighthouse Boat Tour
Caldeirão Verde Levadas Walk in Madeira

Caldeirão Verde Levadas Walk in Madeira

€48
per adult
Caldeirão Verde Levadas Walk in Madeira
Madeira Walks - Rabaçal and the 25 Fountains

Madeira Walks - Rabaçal and the 25 Fountains

€48
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Madeira Walks - Rabaçal and the 25 Fountains
Madeira City Pass with 50 more Attractions and Experiences

Madeira City Pass with 50 more Attractions and Experiences

€17
per adult
Madeira City Pass with 50 more Attractions and Experiences
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1. Porto Moniz Natural Pools

The Porto Moniz Natural Pools are one of the city’s most popular attractions. Formed by volcanic lava, these tranquil pools are sheltered from the strong current of the Atlantic by black basalt rocks. Swim, sunbathe or snorkel at the pools, which are complete with changing rooms, lockers and lifeguard services. There’s also a children’s pool and play area, making the pools an excellent spot for a family excursion.
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A natural hot spring with people swimming and relaxing.

2. Madeira Botanical Garden

Enjoy the rich collection of more than 2,000 plants at the Madeira Botanical Garden. Set on a hillside overlooking Funchal, this beautifully landscaped garden offers dramatic views of the mountains to the north and the ocean to the south.
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A botanical garden with colorful flower beds, a palm tree, and a cityscape in the background.

3. Ponta Do Sol Beach

Ponta do Sol Beach is a pleasant pebble beach surrounded by rugged cliffs and lined with charming cafés. Known for being one of the sunniest places in Madeira, the beach is a wonderful spot to relax and bask in the warm sun and go for a dip in the calm coastal waters.
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A beach with people sunbathing, colorful buildings, and palm trees.

4. Praca do Municipio

Funchal’s Town Square is a bustling hub of activity, lined with beautiful checkered cobblestones and bordered by grand whitewashed buildings. In addition to being a lovely civic center, the square is an ideal starting point for visiting several attractions, including the Sacred Art Museum, City Hall and the former Jesuit College.
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A street with pedestrians, a taxi, and a building with a sign that reads "TATOO".

5. Cabo Girao

Plummeting straight down toward the ocean, Cabo Girao is among the tallest cliffs in Europe. Rising 1,900 feet (580 meters) above the water, it is one of the most photogenic points in the region. For extra thrills, follow the glass-floored skywalk to this scenic site, offering a clear view of the steep downward drop below.
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A coastal village with white buildings, a church, palm trees, and a cliff overlooking the sea.

What to do in Madeira Island

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A natural hot spring with people swimming and relaxing.

Porto Moniz Natural Pools

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Go for a swim in these unique salt water pools, which are dramatically set amid rugged coastal cliffs and protective volcanic rock.
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A pebble beach with people sunbathing and swimming, a white building with a red roof, and a rocky coastline with houses on a hillside in the background.

Santa Cruz

A densely packed urban area with a mix of colorful buildings, including a prominent white church with a bell tower.

Funchal

A pebbled beach with people sunbathing, a mountain in the background, and a building with a red roof.

Machico

A coastal resort with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

Ponta do Sol

A coastal town with terraced houses, a parking lot, and a mountain in the background.

Camara de Lobos

A mountain range above a sea of clouds at sunrise or sunset.

Calheta

A coastal restaurant with outdoor seating, red umbrellas, and a cliffside view.

São Vicente

A mountainous landscape with lush greenery and hydrangea flowers in the foreground.

Serra de Agua

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